Old Dominion Forge specializes in hand-forged knives, swords, and axes with a focus on the 18th century period. They also produce fine pewter items and other useful products, but cutlery remains their primary offering. Kyle Willyard, the founder, meticulously crafts blades based on original examples, using traditional methods and high-quality materials. The company has a reputation for exceptional fit, finish, and workmanship, catering to re-enactors, living historians, and renowned organizations like the National Park Service and Walt Disney Pictures. Old Dominion Forge has supplied props for notable productions like Pirates of the Caribbean and John Adams, showcasing their expertise in historical weaponry.